2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mustang | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
